Abstract: The sixth edition of a newsletter on Mutual Recognition Agreements (MRA) concluded between the European Union and third countries. MRAs are instruments that facilitate market access by reducing costs and time associated with obtaining product approvals.

Abstract: The sixth edition of a newsletter on Mutual Recognition Agreements (MRA) concluded between the European Union and third countries. MRAs are instruments that facilitate market access by reducing costs and time associated with obtaining product approvals. The newsletter provides information on the current status of MRAs with the United States, Canada, Japan, Switzerland, Australia and New Zealand, and the Agreement on chemical Good Laboratory Practice with Israel. It also covers the agreement with the US on marine equipment.